How can I make my Tempo air conditioner colder?

For starters, use a sun-blocking shade in the windshield while you’re parked, or look for a shady parking spot. Closing all the passenger vents in your car can help redirect cold air toward you, cooling you off faster. Still need more chill? Head to Firestone Complete Auto Care for an A/C performance check and recharge.

What’s making my Tempo A/C put out warm air?

Maybe your A/C starts cool but then gets warm. Or maybe it never gets cold in the first place. Either way, your A/C troubles could be traced back to a clogged expansion valve, faulty compressor clutch, blown fuse, or leak.

How does my A/C system get a leak?

To put it simply, age and moisture are some of the main causes of leaks in your A/C. Over time, rubber gaskets and seals can wear out, which pushes much-needed refrigerant out of your Tempo’s A/C system — and lets outside moisture get in, which can take a toll on internal A/C components.

Does the A/C in my Tempo rely on gas?

Tempo air conditioning systems don’t use gasoline as a direct fuel source. However, they do rely on engine power, which can indirectly affect your vehicle’s gas mileage.

My Tempo’s A/C smells like vinegar! What can cause that?

If the air conditioning in your Tempo smells like vinegar, it could be due to bacteria growth on system components such as the evaporator and heater cores. Bacteria can grow when moisture accumulates on air conditioning system components, providing a breeding ground for microorganisms.

Why does my vehicle have to be moving for my Tempo’s A/C to work?

There could be issues with one or more components in the air conditioning or electrical system. Your Tempo may have a faulty cooling fan or low refrigerant.

Where can I get my Tempo’s A/C repaired?

Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your Tempo’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.

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A/C Service for Ford Tempo

There’s nothing worse than cranking your car air conditioner on a hot day — and discovering it’s broken. Your steering wheel feels like it's burning your hands. Your skin sticks to the driver’s seat. You wipe your brow and wonder, "Who can fix the A/C in my Ford Tempo?" Firestone Complete Auto Care can! We’ve got experience with Ford vehicles, and our trained technicians can identify and repair issues with 1986 Ford A/C systems. Bring your Ford Tempo to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care

During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 1986 Ford Tempo’s A/C system to determine whether repair work is needed. This check will include an examination of system pressure, a visual inspection, and a leak test. If we suspect a leak, we’ll send a U/V dye through your A/C system or use a “sniffer” to find the leak. A “sniffer” isn’t a technician with a good nose! It’s a machine that’s used on different parts of your Ford Tempo A/C system to detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If your A/C system has a leak, we’ll find and repair it.

A/C Recharge for Ford Tempo

While your 1986 Ford Tempo’s air conditioner is being serviced, we’ll also do an A/C evacuation and recharge. To start this process, a technician will flush out the old refrigerant from your vehicle’s A/C system. Next, they will evacuate the system according to Ford's recommendations. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system, and once we’ve done a final test on the system ourselves, you're ready to get back on the road. Our technicians are trained to efficiently perform 1986 Ford Tempo A/C recharges.

Other Ford Tempo A/C Problems

You may think warm air is the only potential Ford Tempo A/C problem you’ll have, but you may notice other issues, too. Other common A/C problems include weak airflow, which could indicate an old ventilation fan, a seal or hose that needs replacing, or mold buildup in your A/C system. If you notice that your A/C system’s air is cold at first, then quickly goes warm, this may suggest a leak, a blown fuse, or a damaged compressor clutch. And smelly A/C in a 1986 Ford Tempo? That could be the result of a dirty cabin air filter (an easy fix!) or a moldy evaporator case. Our technicians will work to solve your A/C problems to the best of their ability. So, chill out. We're here to help you get the blast back in your Tempo’s A/C!

1986 Ford Tempo A/C System FAQs

How can I make my Tempo air conditioner colder? For starters, use a sun-blocking shade in the windshield while you’re parked, or look for a shady parking spot. Closing all the passenger vents in your car can help redirect cold air toward you, cooling you off faster. Still need more chill? Head to Firestone Complete Auto Care for an A/C performance check and recharge.
What’s making my Tempo A/C put out warm air? Maybe your A/C starts cool but then gets warm. Or maybe it never gets cold in the first place. Either way, your A/C troubles could be traced back to a clogged expansion valve, faulty compressor clutch, blown fuse, or leak.
How does my A/C system get a leak? To put it simply, age and moisture are some of the main causes of leaks in your A/C. Over time, rubber gaskets and seals can wear out, which pushes much-needed refrigerant out of your Tempo’s A/C system — and lets outside moisture get in, which can take a toll on internal A/C components.
Does the A/C in my Tempo rely on gas? Tempo air conditioning systems don’t use gasoline as a direct fuel source. However, they do rely on engine power, which can indirectly affect your vehicle’s gas mileage.
My Tempo’s A/C smells like vinegar! What can cause that? If the air conditioning in your Tempo smells like vinegar, it could be due to bacteria growth on system components such as the evaporator and heater cores. Bacteria can grow when moisture accumulates on air conditioning system components, providing a breeding ground for microorganisms.
Why does my vehicle have to be moving for my Tempo’s A/C to work? There could be issues with one or more components in the air conditioning or electrical system. Your Tempo may have a faulty cooling fan or low refrigerant.
Where can I get my Tempo’s A/C repaired? Firestone Complete Auto Care is ready to inspect and repair your Tempo’s air conditioning system. Make an appointment at one of our nearby A/C repair shops today.